Perceptions Of Medical Students Research Articles

Assessing the implementation of community-based learning in public health: a mixed methods approach

BackgroundThe French government has set up a community-based learning programme on health promotion for undergraduate health students to involve them in key public health objectives. At the University of Lyon, students first underwent formal instruction, including e-learning, lectures, and interactive seminars, and then became health educators for school pupils. The main objective of the present study was to assess the process of implementing this programme during the 2018–2019 academic year.MethodsThe satisfaction and perception of medical and midwife students with community-based learning experiences were assessed by a questionnaire, semi-directive interviews, and observations. Replies to the questionnaire were described by median and interquartile range or by proportion. A paired Wilcoxon-Mann–Whitney test was used to compare self-evaluated students’ competence scores before and after the seminars (alpha risk of 5%). Thematic analyses using grounded theory were performed on recorded and transcribed interviews, and on transcribed notes taken during the observations.ResultsOver time the students have evolved from a negative perception of the community-based learning to a positive one. The students were mostly satisfied by interactive seminars that allowed them to gain confidence and competencies in health education. Their involvement in the programme increased their self-esteem. They became more aware of their educative responsibilities regarding public health issues as future professionals.ConclusionsThe students had a positive perception of the implementation of a community-based learning programme in our University, as it appeared a pertinent strategy to raise their awareness of prevention and health education issues.

Perceptions of Medical Students’ about E-Learning during Covid- 19

Aim: Medical student’s outlook about implementation of E-Learning in Covid-19 Methodology: A cross-sectional study was at Quiad-e-Azam Medical College, Bahawalpur on undergraduate medical students from March 2021 to August 2021. Self-administered online questionnaire was used to obtain the perception of medical students about E-learning, effects of this pandemic on medical education and implementation problems of E-learning in Pakistan. E mail and other electronic social media including Face Book, WhatsApp and Instragram were availed to broadcast the questionnaire. Results: Out of 218 respondents, the majority (71.9%) agreed the closure decision of college to prevent the lives from rapid spread of pandemic. 64% students considered E-Learning best available solution during lockdown. E-Learning initiative has a close connection with the residence and opinion regarding this program. Students faced limited connection and bandwidth, new and unfamiliar process of learning, limited technical help, inflexible time despite problems in connection during online examination and unavailable advantage of face to face learning facilities. Conclusion: Majority of students took E-learning positively. But it becomes challenging due to unavailability of essential required electric technology for students. Key words: E learing, medical students, covid-19

The effectiveness of games in learning antihypertensive drugs on medical students: A cross-sectional study

Developing innovation in medical education is a vital part of improving the learning outcomes. One such learning innovation in medical education is to learn using game as a tool. The Husenynov antihypertensive drug game (HAG) was developed as an innovation to assist the learning process for studying pharmacology. The study was conducted to compare the effectiveness of HAG and traditional educational method (lecture) on knowledge and perception of medical students. A quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted with 221 second year students from the Universitas Padjadjaran Faculty of Medicine. There were two subject groups: the game group and the lecture group. Duration (two hours) and learning content were similar for both activities. A pre-post test was performed to compare the percentage of students with increased knowledge between groups, while a questionnaire of perception was distributed at the end of the study. The number of students who experienced increased knowledge (post-test score better than pre-test score) was higher in the game group than the lecture group (68% vs 54%, respectively). Students who played the game had a knowledge score 1.8 times higher compared to those who had the lecture (crosstab, OR 1.8 (95% CI 1.04–3.09)). Furthermore, a significantly higher proportion of students had positive perceptions regarding the learning method in the game group (83% vs 45%, p < 0.01). The Husenynov antihypertensive drug game (HAG) promotes better-increased knowledge and positive perceptions than the traditional educational method (lecture).

Multiple-choice questions in assessment: Perceptions of medical students from low-resource setting

BACKGROUND:In curriculum reforms under Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) introduced by the National Medical Commission, medical students are recognized as one of the stake holders. The well-designed multiple-choice questions (MCQs) help students in assessment as well as promote deep learning. The objective of this study is to assess the perceptions of the Indian medical students towards the examination patterns in their undergraduate curriculum with particular reference to MCQs.MATERIALS AND METHODS:An observational cross-sectional study was conducted among the medical colleges in India. A total of 7875 students took part in the study. The study instrument was a validated pretested self-administered questionnaire. The study was conducted as an online survey using the Google Forms platform. Inclusion criteria were students from all professional years as well as interns and those who were willing to participate in the study.RESULTS:For the question of initiation of MCQs as a tool for the assessment, many of the students (46%) expressed that it should start from the 1st MBBS itself. The majority of the students (85%) felt that MCQ oriented preparation will be helpful for MBBS professional (theory and practical) examinations. Most of the students (90.9%) preferred that the MCQs should be concept and case scenario based. To the question of whether the current system of the university theory examinations of essays and short notes be replaced in total with MCQs so that they are more prepared for NEXT and USMLE examination, 65.5% responded with an answer of yes.CONCLUSION:The findings of this study provide input to the regulatory authorities and other stakeholders responsible for designing and implementing the medical curriculum.

Perception of medical undergraduate students regarding their readiness to volunteer in relief activities during the COVID-19 pandemic: a multi-institutional study carried out in South India

ENWEndNote BIBJabRef, Mendeley RISPapers, Reference Manager, RefWorks, Zotero AMA Joseph N, Manasvi M. Perception of medical undergraduate students regarding their readiness to volunteer in relief activities during the COVID-19 pandemic: a multi-institutional study carried out in South India. Family Medicine & Primary Care Review. 2022;24(2):120-125. doi:10.5114/fmpcr.2022.115872. APA Joseph, N., & Manasvi, M. (2022). Perception of medical undergraduate students regarding their readiness to volunteer in relief activities during the COVID-19 pandemic: a multi-institutional study carried out in South India. Family Medicine & Primary Care Review, 24(2), 120-125. https://doi.org/10.5114/fmpcr.2022.115872 Chicago Joseph, Nitin, and Manasi Manasvi. 2022. "Perception of medical undergraduate students regarding their readiness to volunteer in relief activities during the COVID-19 pandemic: a multi-institutional study carried out in South India". Family Medicine & Primary Care Review 24 (2): 120-125. doi:10.5114/fmpcr.2022.115872. Harvard Joseph, N., and Manasvi, M. (2022). Perception of medical undergraduate students regarding their readiness to volunteer in relief activities during the COVID-19 pandemic: a multi-institutional study carried out in South India. Family Medicine & Primary Care Review, 24(2), pp.120-125. https://doi.org/10.5114/fmpcr.2022.115872 MLA Joseph, Nitin et al. "Perception of medical undergraduate students regarding their readiness to volunteer in relief activities during the COVID-19 pandemic: a multi-institutional study carried out in South India." Family Medicine & Primary Care Review, vol. 24, no. 2, 2022, pp. 120-125. doi:10.5114/fmpcr.2022.115872. Vancouver Joseph N, Manasvi M. Perception of medical undergraduate students regarding their readiness to volunteer in relief activities during the COVID-19 pandemic: a multi-institutional study carried out in South India. Family Medicine & Primary Care Review. 2022;24(2):120-125. doi:10.5114/fmpcr.2022.115872.

Perception and attitude of clinical medical students to COVID-19 containment measures

Background: The strain put on the health systems by the COVID-19 pandemic is very significant. Measures of containment includes closure of schools, wearing of face mask, use of hand sanitizers, etc. Objectives: To determine the perception and attitude of clinical medical students to COVID-19 containment measures. Materials and Methods: This study was a cross-sectional study which utilized an online survey protocol. A self-selecting sampling method was used to select students. Data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences, version 20, Chicago (Ill., USA). Results: Medical students hazarded wearing of face mask 154(87.0%) and the use of hand sanitizers 59(89.8%) as the most useful containment measures against COVID-19 pandemic. Sixty six participants (37.3%) had good preventive practices. The age range of 20–25 years and male gender “disagreed” that government stoppage of medical education is an appropriate measure against COVID 19 pandemic. (p = 0.01, and 0.02, respectively). Only 10.2% of participants believed that the government is also affected by this containment measure. Age range of 20–25 years and being a catholic are predictors of good preventive practices (P = 0.05, and 0.04, respectively). Conclusion: A little proportion of medical students had good preventive practices against COVID-19. And a good proportion repudiated the policy of closure of schools during the pandemic. Factors such as male gender, and being within the 20–25 years age bracket were predictors of students’ rejection of the government’s policy on closure of schools as a containment measure for COVID pandemic.

Perspectives of medical students on simulation-based training: the Nigerian experience.

simulation-based education (SBE) is becoming more prevalent in higher education. However, little is known of the perceptions of medical students towards this training approach. The objective of this study was to explore the perceptions of Nigerian medical students on manikin-based and virtual simulation training. in January 2019, a paper-based 25-item survey on simulation-based training was administered to a convenience sample of 120 medical students in the 4th year (400 level) and final year (600 level). Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, Pearson´s chi square, and the Fisher´s Exact test. a total of 95 surveys were completed (RR 79%). Respondents were mostly 21-30 years 95 (81%) and about half were female 60 (51%). Under half of 600 level students 22 (38%) reported receiving simulation-based training in Basic Life Support. A lack of curriculum 27 (28%), instructors trained in simulation education 31 (33%) and funding 52 (55%) were perceived as challenges to manikin-based simulation. Lack of awareness was the greatest single challenge to online simulation 50 (53%). A majority of medical students 181 (96%) owned smartphones, but only 3% (n=3) of respondents had experienced a virtual reality (VR) simulation. If facilities were available, 99% of respondents would recommend the use of online simulation. there is an opportunity for increased exposure to simulation-based training during undergraduate medical education in Nigeria. Instruction in simulation methods for clinical lecturers in medical schools would increase awareness of the potential advantages of simulation-based training and access for medical students to simulation education.

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Background:It has been over two decades since World Health Organisation has removed homosexuality from its list of mental disorders. However, evidence has shown that discrimination and experienced and/or perceived negative encounters with healthcare workers affect frequency and type of healthcare sought by LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, others) members. Attitudes of medical professionals towards LGBTQIA+ can influence their willingness to provide these persons with medical help. There is a dearth of research on how healthcare workers and students in India perceive and interact with LGBTQIA+ individuals.Aim:To gauge the knowledge, attitudes and perception of medical students and residents on LGBTQIA+ community so that appropriate interventions can be made.Methods:Convenient and non-probable sample of medical students and residents were taken, who anonymously completed the preformed questionnaire. Data was analysed using SPSS for descriptive and analytic calculations.Results:This study revealed medical students held prejudiced attitudes toward LGBTQIA+ individuals. Socio-demographic variables that were associated with negative attitudes were noted. Knowledge levels were also inadequate, and almost all students had not received LGBTQIA+ specific medical education, but most indicated a desire for such education.Conclusion:These findings suggest that raising awareness and education should be done for a positive attitude towards vulnerable groups such as the LGBTQIA+.

Objective structured practical examination as a tool of assessing practical skills in clinical physiology: Perceptions of medical students and faculty

Background / Aim: Competence can be acquired in medical education if the assessment of students is multidimensional. Traditional practical assessments focus on testing the cognitive domain and compromise practical skills evaluation. The Objective Structured Practical Examination (OSPE) assesses skill-based competencies. The present study evaluates the feasibility and acceptability of OSPE through the perception of students and mentors. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 100 medical students and 15 medical faculties enrolled from Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya medical college, Churu (Rajasthan, India). The study included OSPE stations, conducted three OSPE sessions and obtained post-session feedback through a questionnaire, answered on 5 points Likert scale. The researchers calculated the response on various aspects of OSPE with percentages. Results: Students showed 94.4 % agreement for OSPE as a good learning experience and 93.5 % were satisfied with the content of OSPE. Students' perception of OSPE as a reliable and fair tool for examination and administration was 94.66 % and 56.40 %, respectively. Although, 69.5 % of students agreed upon OSPE as a valuable tool compared with the traditional reviews. The overall agreement of faculty for the competence of OSPE was 75.74 %. Conclusion: The acceptance of OSPE by medical students and faculty may lead to the introduction of this tool in assessing practical skills in medical teaching and helping students better acquire knowledge and skills and assisting faculty in teaching modifications, as per the needs of students. So, OSPE supplements the traditional methods in clinical physiology practical assessments.

The effectiveness of smartphone ophthalmoscope compared to direct ophthalmoscope as a teaching tool

Introduction: The direct ophthalmoscope is a standard tool for fundus examination but is underutilised in practice due to technical difficulties. Although the smartphone ophthalmoscope has been demonstrated to improve fundus abnormality detection, there are limited studies assessing its utility as a teaching tool for fundus examination in Southeast Asian medical schools. This study explored the perception of medical students' toward using a smartphone ophthalmoscope for fundus examination and compared their abilities to diagnose common fundal abnormalities using smartphone ophthalmoscope against direct ophthalmoscope. Methods: Sixty-nine Year-4 undergraduate medical students participated in the study. Their competencies in using direct ophthalmoscope and smartphone ophthalmoscope for fundus examination on manikins with ocular abnormalities were formatively assessed. The scores were analysed using the SPSS statistical software. Their perceptions on the use of smartphone ophthalmoscopes for fundus examination were obtained using a questionnaire. Results: The students' competency assessment scores using the smartphone ophthalmoscope were significantly higher than those using the direct ophthalmoscope. A significantly higher percentage of them correctly diagnosed fundus abnormalities using the smartphone ophthalmoscope. They were confident in detecting fundus abnormalities using the smartphone ophthalmoscope and appreciated the comfortable working distance, ease of use and collaborative learning. More than 90% of them were of the view that smartphone ophthalmoscopes should be included in the undergraduate medical curriculum. Conclusion: Undergraduate medical students performed better in fundus examination on manikins with ocular abnormalities using smartphone ophthalmoscope compared to direct ophthalmoscope. Their positive perceptions toward smartphone ophthalmoscope support its use as a supplementary teaching tool in undergraduate medical curriculum.

A Study on the perception of medical students using online teaching during covid -19 pandemic.

ABSTRACTIntroduction:COVID-19 has caused unprecedented disruption to the medical education process and the health care system worldwide. It has also affected clinical training and forced medical colleges to switch over to the online mode of teaching. This study aimed to learn about the experience and perception of undergraduate students regarding online learning and to study the advantage and disadvantages of online learning.Method:This was a cross-section study conducted among the undergraduate students of government medical colleges of Jharkhand. A validated electronic questionnaire was sent to students of all five government medical colleges in the google form. Response from 501 students was received and analyzed using SPSS software.Result:Only 30% of students were satisfied with the frequency, organization content, and preparedness of class. More than half of students were not satisfied with the preparedness, content, and frequency of online classes. Among various teaching methods, live online lectures were most common, and they were also preferred by the majority of students. Most of the students wanted a regular face-to-face classroom or hybrid teaching after the COVID-19 pandemic.Conclusion:The majority of the medical students preferred face-to-face teaching methods over online teaching methods. Lack of interpersonal interaction and poor infrastructure for online might be the reason for this. However, a hybrid method of learning can be included as a part of the medical curriculum that helps in better learning of medical students.

Perception and attitude of medical and paramedical students of Umm Al-Qura University regarding urolithiasis: a crosssectional study

Background: Urolithiasis encompasses a common emergent problem that needs medical and surgical intervention. Therefore, our study focuses on determining the level of attitude concerning urolithiasis among medical and paramedics students at Umm Al-Qura University. Methods: An electronic survey was distributed among participants online in June 2022. We utilized convenient sampling methods to stratify students according to their college. After data collection, appropriate statistical analysis was performed using Statistical Package for Social Studies. Results: This study enrolled a total of 360 students from the department of medicine and paramedics at Umm Al-Qura University. The mean age was 22.2 (SD, 1.66). Most kidney stones generally show excellent and positive attitudes among students except for the incurability of kidney stones, which demonstrated a negative attitude. Furthermore, a significant association was found between the importance of calcium intake and stones analysis in preventing kidney stones and students&amp;apos; departments (p-value, 0.007 and 0.003, respectively). Conclusion: Detecting kidney stones is vitally crucial in minimizing their recurrence risk. Our finding indicates a negative attitude toward the curability of kidney stones. Thus, education and awareness programs should be employed in health-related departments to maximize the benefit.

Perception of undergraduate medical students toward stressors and de-stressors during COVID-19 pandemic: Online cross-sectional survey from a medical institute in Eastern India.

Introduction:COVID-19 has affected the quality of life of all age groups. Medical education during the pandemic shifted to online mode due to lockdown restrictions. The stress felt by medical students during the pandemic has been studied less. The current study aimed to assessed the stressors and de-stressors for undergraduate medical students during the COVID-19 pandemic.Materials and methods:A cross-sectional online survey was conducted for the undergraduate medical students of a tertiary care institute of eastern India. A total of 307 medical students were included in the study by convenient and snowball sampling. A self-designed semi-structural questionnaire was created as a Google form and circulated among the students between September and October 2020. A combination of purposive and snowball sampling was adopted. Responses regarding stressors and de-stressors were recorded on a Likert scale. Data analysis was performed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22. Categorical variables were presented as percentages and descriptive statistics were performed.Results:A total of 307 students responded and 64.5% of them were men and 35.5% were women. 47.6% of the students experienced stress due to changes brought about by COVID-19. Risk of parents getting infection (63.2%), fear of not easily returning home (53.1%), lack of clinical exposure (52.7%), and financial impact (47.9%) were the major stressors perceived by the students. Connecting with family and friends through social media (47.5%), gaming (45.0%), online streaming platform (51.2%), spending time with family members (54.4%) were the coping strategies adopted by these students.Conclusion:Higher level of psychological stress perceived by the undergraduate students needs psychological intervention. Academic revamp and adaptation of coping strategies are required for the medical under-graduates.

Face to Face versus Virtual Assessment - A Survey On Indian Medical Students' Perception During COVID-19 Pandemic

Background: Assessment has a very important role in curricular development by motivating students and target setting, providing appropriate feedback and quality assurance. During COVID-19 pandemic-induced lockdown, most of the medical schools throughout the world including India had to undergo a paradigm shift from face to face to online mode in medical education and assessment. This study was planned to assess and analyze the perception and opinion of 1st-year medical students from all over the country regarding the online assessment (OA) process that emerged during the COVID 19 pandemic. We also tried to find out the preferred resources that the students wanted to access via online mode and any major hindrance they faced. Methodology: It was a cross-sectional, Internet based, online survey conducted on 1st year medical students from all over India. Result: Students preferred the traditional (face to face) examinations over the OA in terms of usefulness, motivation, answering long answer questions, adequacy of allotted time, and ease of performance. However, they favored OA in terms of examination anxiety, examiner bias, and answering the objective type of questions. The lack of good Internet connectivity was considered a major hindrance. Conclusion: This information might be helpful for respective authorities to establish an effective online platform which could deliver an authentic and valid OA in future during any crisis.

Perception and Experience of Medical Students Regarding Hybrid Problem-based Learning Technique at a Medical College in West Bengal, India: A Cross-sectional Study

Introduction: Hybrid Problem-Based Learning (h-PBL) is a type of teaching-learning technique that incorporates both inperson learning and virtual learning via hybrid classroom tools. It reportedly increases student engagement, positively impact their learning process and improve communication skills. During Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) times, its applicability was further enhanced as it allowed the flexibility of teaching as well as learning from home to both teachers and students. Aim: To assess the perception and experience of 2nd phase MBBS students after undergoing training by the h-PBL method. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 2nd phase MBBS students in the Department of Microbiology at College of Medicine and Sagore Dutta Hospital, Kolkata from 15th March to 14th April 2022. A total of 111 students of 2nd phase MBBS of the college gave an informed consent to be part of the study. All inductees underwent a structured training by h-PBL technique following which their perception and experience about the exercise was sought via questionnaire. Data were presented in frequency and percentage. Association between mean scores of male and female participants was calculated by Chi-square test. Results: Out of the 111 participants, 58 (52.2%) were male and 53 (47.8%) were female with mean age of 19.5±0.5 years (range 18- 22 years). The h-PBL technique was perceived to be motivating for self-directed learning by 97 (85.6%) of the respondents. A total of 107 (96.4%) students agreed that h-PBL is more effective than traditional teaching for acquiring both theoretical and practical knowledge, learning and understanding topics correctly and also identifying and rectifying their deficiencies in knowledge and skills. More than 90% participants (102 of 111) felt that h-PBL has more potential than traditional teaching to establish fruitful student-teacher interaction and provide better feedback opportunities. Overall student satisfaction in our study showed 96.4% agreement (107 of 111). Conclusion: The students considered h-PBL model to be better than traditional teaching to help them acquire theoretical knowledge and practical skills. They also felt that it improved their communication skills, teamwork ethics and motivated them to undertake self-directed learning.

Perception of First Year Medical Students Regarding Anatomy Classes by YouTube Recorded Sessions versus Live Online Classes during COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-sectional Study

Introduction: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is a challenging situation for the education system worldwide, as it has restricted student movement as a preventive measure. The teaching methodology impacted the medical education system globally, compelling the teacher to find out the effective online methods of teaching. Aim: To know the level of satisfaction of first year medical students of Anatomy classes by YouTube recorded vs live online classes. Materials and Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional questionnaire-based online survey (Google form) completed by 163 numbers of students of phase 1, attending the Department of Anatomy, Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh, Assam. This study was carried out by using a specially designed questionnaire consisting of points, which was related to the present curriculum in Anatomy, as well as the teaching methodology adopted during the COVID-19 pandemic in the institute. Then, levels of satisfaction perceived by the students on uploaded pre-recorded classes on YouTube versus live classes on Zoom or Google meet were assessed in another questionnaire on a three-point scale: excellent, satisfactory, and neutral response. A Chi-square test for proportions was used to find out the statistical significance. A p-value of less than 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Uploaded pre-recorded classes on YouTube was found excellent by 61.3% of students whereas classes on Zoom/Google meet were reported to be excellent by 17.8% of students (p-value=0.0001). On the other hand, 66.3% of students found the live classes on Zoom/Google meet “satisfactory” against 36.8% of students who were satisfied with uploaded pre-recorded classes on YouTube (p-value=0.0001). However, overall 160 (98.16%) students preferred uploaded pre-recorded classes on YouTube (reported to be excellent or satisfactory), whereas 137(84.05%) preferred live classes on Zoom/Google meet (p-value&lt;0.05; 95%CI of differences: 8.19%-20.62%). Conclusion: From perceptions received from students, it was understood that majority of the students were satisfied with pre-recorded uploaded classes onYouTube.

Perceptions of Medical Undergraduate Students on Curricular Changes in Anatomy: An Embedded Design Mixed Method Study.

Introduction: Implementation of competency-based medical education (CBME) offers challenges to the faculty and students. As a part of the new curriculum by the National Medical Council of India, we introduced certain teaching and assessment modifications in anatomy. There are few studies on the actual implementation of CBME. The current study aimed to assess the perceived usefulness of the teaching, learning, and assessment methodology (TLAM) based on written feedback from students.Methods: All the 147 first MBBS students of the batch who had undergone the new teaching learning methodology answered the questionnaire on usefulness of the various TLAMs on a 3-point Likert scale which was taken as quantitative data. They were also asked to pen down their opinions and suggestions about the TLAM which was thematically analysed and considered as qualitative data. Face and content validity was assessed prior to administration of the questionnaire. Descriptive statistics were used for quantitative variables. Qualitative data were analysed by thematic analysis.Results: 100% of the students found vertical integration and small group teaching as useful. Seminars and quizzes were reported as useful to extremely useful by 75.5% of the students. Self-directed learning and near-peer teaching was also appreciated well by 78% of students. In Embryology and Neuroanatomy, these active learning methods were not found to be useful as these topics were difficult to understand. Overall, the new TLAM introduced as per the new medical curriculum was found useful for the majority of students.Conclusion: This study provides valuable insights on the teaching, learning, and assessment methods as formulated by the competency-based medical curriculum. Though active learning methods are the integral principles of andragogy, the concepts which are difficult to understand need to be taught using the traditional teaching methodology.

Medical students' perceptions of emergency medical care before and during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic.

AimUnderstanding how medical students perceive emergency medical care is important in promoting education and recruitment in the field of emergency medicine. This study aimed to clarify the perceptions of undergraduate medical students on emergency medical care with a focus on comparing their perceptions before and during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) pandemic.MethodsFourth‐year undergraduate medical students were invited to complete a self‐administered questionnaire in 2017 and 2020. Free comments on emergency medical care were analyzed via text mining. The relationships among categorical words were evaluated via correlation matrix and correspondence analysis.ResultsThe number of written words per student were not significantly different between 2017 (4.9 ± 3.4) and 2020 (5.3 ± 4.1). In 2017, the most frequently used word was “busy,” and the words “patients,” “life,” and “care” were not related to each other significantly. In 2020, the frequency of the word “busy” decreased and the word “patients” was related to “life” (P < 0.01) and “care” (P < 0.01). In the correspondence analysis, seven words including “life” and “care” were associated with “patients,” which demonstrates that these words tended to occur together.ConclusionsAlthough the responses of the medical students regarding emergency medical care before and during the COVID‐19 pandemic included similar words, their expressions tended to be related to patient care or patient life during the pandemic. This change in perception might cultivate a sense of mission and responsibility and an interest in emergency medical care among medical students.

Izokrenuta učionica - novi pristup učenju za studente medicine

Introduction: The ongoing pandemic caused by Coronavirus has strongly initiated digital developments and closed in-person classes in higher education. In order to achieve remote high-quality online delivery, the learning method "flipped classroom" has been introduced to both students and teachers. The flipped classroom represents a type of blended learning aiming to increase students' engagement by preparing materials for learning at home and having faceto-face problem-solving during class time. Aim: To assess attitudes and perceptions of medical undergraduate students toward flipped classroom method of learning. Material and methods: This was a cross-sectional study conducted among undergraduate students attending Faculty of Medicine University of Belgrade during January 2022, using online questionnaire. The questionnaire used in this study consisted of 34 questions and was divided among six main sections: demographics, overall attitudes, communication, independence in learning, preparedness and motivation, and creative thinking and collaborative work. Results: A total of 60 medical students were included in the study. Two thirds of the students were female (75,0%), with the mean age of 23,48 ± 1,53 years. Most of the respondents were fifthand sixth-year students. The results of this study revealed that significant differences in perceptions of the students toward flipped classroom method of learning between gender and age group were found. Female and younger students had more positive attitudes toward flipped classroom than male and older students. Conclusion: Flipped classroom method of learning suits the demands of medical students at a university level, advancing their problem-solving skills and higher-order thinking. Bearing in mind that younger students had positive perceptions and attitudes toward flipped classroom method of learning, curriculum designers and educators should adjust the lessons and teaching methods strategies to students' preferences in order to help them to gain their full academic potential.

Perception of Brazilian medical students toward organ donation.

Brazil ranks second in gross numbers of kidney and liver transplantations, but deceased organ donation is still far below the national demand for organs. Apart from a high family refusal rate, another significant barrier is healthcare workers' inappropriate knowledge concerning organ donation and transplantation. Since most of them have recently graduated from university, this study aimed to evaluate the awareness and attitudes of medical students concerning organ donation. Between August and September 2021, a web-based survey with 10 overlapping questions was sent to medical students from several Brazilian universities after advertisements on social media. A total of 391 (60% female, mean age: 23 [17-41] years) students answered the survey. Most of them (91%) would like to donate organs in case of death, and 75% have already notified their family. The main reasons for not becoming a donor were fear of body manipulation (n=3) or family reaction (n=2) and religious reasons (n=2). When inquired, 54% were unaware of brain death criteria, and half of them claimed to have never discussed the topic in medical classes. Except for Glasgow coma scale (97%), pupillary (72%), and corneal (53%) reflexes, less than 25% knew other reflexes required for brain death diagnosis. Most medical students declared themselves as organ donors, and most informed their families. However, many students have never learned about crucial steps toward organ donation, which may impact their adequate recognition of potential organ donors later in life.